Paula Patton
Birth Name:
Paula Maxine Patton
Birth Place:
Los Angeles, California, United States
Profession
Actress, Producer, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Was nominated for the 2007 Black Reel Award for Best Breakthrough Performance
- Studied filmmaking at the University of Southern California
- Before becoming an actress, she worked as a producer on the series "Medical Diaries․"
- Was a part of the PBS documentary "The Ride․"
- Became interested in acting at a young age by participating in her high-school plays
- Quote: "I really feel like when I get to a set, I want to be as knowledgeable about my character as possible, even if it doesn't end up on screen․"
- Provided background vocals on the Usher album "Confessions․"
Awards
- 2007Black Reel - Best Breakthrough Performance:Nominated
- 2009BSFC Award - Best Ensemble Cast:Winner
- 2009WAFCA Award - Best Ensemble:Nominated
- 2010Actor - Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture:Nominated
- 2010Black Reel - Best Supporting Actress:Nominated
- 2010Gold Derby Film Award - Ensemble Cast:Nominated
- 2010Image Award - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture:Nominated
- 2011Golden Schmoes - Best T&A of the Year:Nominated
- 2012Saturn Award - Best Supporting Actress:Nominated
- 2012EDA Female Focus Award - Kick Ass Award for Best Female Action Star:Nominated
- 2012Image Award - Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture:Nominated
- 2012Teen Choice Award - Choice Movie Actress: Action:Nominated
- 2014Hollywood Award - Best Ensemble Cast:Nominated